Atlanta Mayor Breaks Ground on Housing Initiative for Homeless Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

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On Friday, October 20, 2023, Mayor Andre Dickens broke ground on new housing for homeless individuals in Atlanta's Mechanicsville neighborhood as part of the Downtown Rising initiative, aimed at providing rapid housing solutions before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The development will feature mixed-income housing and essential services, including mental health care and workforce development programs, to support residents. While city officials emphasize the urgency of addressing homelessness, critics express concerns that the initiative may prioritize visibility over addressing underlying issues contributing to the homelessness crisis.

June 14, 2025

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